Accounting Manager

Who is Mother Parkers?

We are one of the largest tea and coffee manufacturers in North America, with a mission to create a better beverage experience for our customers. As a leading customer solutions provider to some of North America’s largest retailers and foodservice chains, we use state-of-the-art technology and new product innovation to help our customers grow their business and deliver superior products to their clientele. Our team of coffee and tea experts are deeply passionate about what we do, proud of our 100+ years of business success, and excited about building a future with endless possibilities. Come join our team and work among the best, collaborate with high performers, and contribute to challenging work every day!

The Role:

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Accounting Manager plays a key role in managing the month-end reporting and close process. In addition, they are responsible for leading the Accounts Payables and Credit/Collections teams, driving the implementation of best-in-class processes and ensuring that MP assets (accounts receivable) are secure to provide ongoing uninterrupted cash flow.

What you get to do:

• Manage the month-end reporting and close process within tight deadlines, including reviewing and posting journal entries, preparation of monthly reports, while ensuring completion within tight timelines
• Preparation of monthly financial statement package, including consolidating multiple entities and preparing financial statements
• Managing the general ledger account reconciliations process for all accounts, including value added analysis and variance commentary
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts of working capital and cash flow
• Preparation of audit working papers and communicating with external auditors
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements, including preparation of process narratives and implementation of best practices
• Manage the transfer pricing process between Canada and US entities, including creating the required monthly reports, analysis and posting of all intercompany cross charges, and leading the preparation of the annual transfer pricing report working with external tax consultants
• Other duties as required, including foreign exchange translations, commodity tax compliance, general ledger administration, fleet vehicle management, and implementation of control initiatives
• Lead the A/P process, including approving payment runs, ensuring appropriate approval, and managing a team of 2 A/P associates (Lead and Administrator).
• Review overall A/P procedures, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementation of best-in-class processes.
• Administrating the purchase card and travel card program, including authorization, administration and reporting
• Ensure the accuracy of the daily bank deposit and cash application process.
• Investigate credit applications as well as existing accounts to determine the credit worthiness of customers utilizing trade tools, bank references, financial statements, trade references and credit agencies, (eg.D&B, Equifax)
• Manage the preparation of departmental report analysis, monthly reporting packages, day’s sales outstanding analysis, cash flow forecasts, bad debt provision, and risk analysis.
• Manage the daily collection activity, provide collection call priorities to ensure ongoing positive cash flow.
• Manage credit approval process in ERP system, approve or take appropriate action for denials. Get personally involved with larger accounts where required
• Manage the process of posting transactions, account setups, in ERP system
• Manage the billing process, ensure daily invoice runs, balancing routine, error investigation to ensure optimum cash flow.
• Manage the investigation of short shipments, billing errors, etc.
• Manage deduction process keeping numbers down to appropriate levels

What you bring to the role:

• CPA designation required, CCP (Certified Credit Professional preferred).
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in a finance role with similar responsibilities
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university or college
• Experience in supervising or managing a team an asset
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and identify opportunities for process and control environment improvements
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Strong computer skills, including advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics D365 r similar ERP system
• Full understanding of credit and receivables functions – ability to analyze trends and credit criteria associated to risk, financial reports, and credit agencies
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry trends that may affect cash flow risk
• Ability to ascertain credit agency information/reports with strong investigative capabilities and analytical aptitude

What we offer you:

• Competitive Total Rewards package – health benefits coverage on day 1, employer matched retirement savings plans, optional Health or Wellness Spending Accounts.
• Employee discount program on our coffee and tea products.
• Annual Safety Shoes Program – your safety is our #1 priority.
• Tuition Assistance Program – we value continuous learning and self-development.
• The hiring range for this role is $115,000 - $125,000.

This posting is for an existing/new vacancy.

We use AI enabled tools to support parts of our selection process; however, every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our people.

While Mother Parkers welcomes all applications, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies or search firms. Only those candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Mother Parkers is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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